Brooklyn Cafe

Recently voted #2 Neighborhood Gem in Atlanta

jeff — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 04:08:39 +0000

Here at the Brooklyn Cafe, we strive to provide great food & 5 star service while still keeping our warm, casual & friendly atmosphere. Thanks to you, we know we’re on the right track because we’ve recently been voted #2 neighborhood gem in all of Atlanta. The accolades didn’t stop there though… You also voted us into the top 10 for service out of all Atlanta area restaurants! Thank you!

Read about our Wine Dinner and see the photos on our FB Page

susan — Wed, 02 Mar 2011 19:32:40 +0000

Once again a successful Wine Dinner at Brooklyn Cafe. Our talented kitchen staff created a delicious menu to pair with 6 different wines. The night began with the Reception “Adami” Prosecco from Italy. This wine tantalized the appetite of what was to follow. Crab Ravagot, paired with a Chablis, Ginger Pesto Cream Soup with the Bergstrom Pinot Noir. A glass of Rosso di Montalicino matched with Grilled Jumbo Shrimp, chilled Soba and Thai sauce. Next was the Maori Marinated Filet paired delectably with a glass of J.L Chave Cotes du Rhone “Mon Coeur”. Followed by the Braised Lamb and a glass of Chateauneuf du Pape Rouge. Of course the finale, Buttermilk Cake with marinated Pears of Riesling Reduction accompanied well with the Vin Santo. It was a fun and memorable night by all. See all the Wine Dinner photos on our Brooklyn Cafe Facebook page.

Read about our “unbelievable” review on Urban Spoon.

susan — Wed, 02 Feb 2011 21:24:41 +0000

Unbelievable
by Hankm07 (1 review)
January 30, 2011 - Likes it

I am on a 30 day tour of 20 cities for work, trying a new $$$ restaurant each night. I’m on night 23 and in Atlanta. I chose Brooklyn Cafe because it was highly rated and close to my hotel. Anyways the point that I’m getting to is that I’ve had some really good food and service in the past few weeks but tonight was easily the best– on both fronts.

I had the special, Ahi tuna, with mashed potatoes, green beans and a tomato. The flavors were subtle and delicious. It tasted incredible without being soaked in butter or spices, just good ingredients. Then I finished with the key lime pie, which made me laugh after every bite it tasted so good. My fish was slightly overcooked but I wasn’t going to tell anyone; however the waiter eventually got me to admit it and promptly had it remade. I was introduced to the owner by a friendly pair of regulars at the beginning of my visit, and when he heard my fish was overfilled he came by, apologized, delivered the new fish himself (which was perfect in every regard), and bought me a beer. Even though I’m just a punk in my early twenties, I was treated like the President. I’ve never felt so compelled to write a review; Brooklyn Cafe was a hell of a find

Brooklyn Cafe featured in the Sandy Springs Neighbor Paper

susan — Thu, 27 Jan 2011 21:00:03 +0000

Sandy Springs Neighbor Newspaper

December 22, 2010

Restaurants and caterers often step up to the plate when nonprofits ask for holiday donations.

However, some practice year-round philanthropy by donating meals and gift certificates to fundraising galas or, like the Brooklyn Café in Sandy Springs, organizing their own events.

“When Mike [Horosh] and I started dreaming of opening our restaurant, we knew we wanted to be a pillar in the community,” said Jeff Trump, co-owner since 2005. “People have always been very supportive of us and we believe in giving back.”

Read full article here

New this week! Grilled avocado and lump crab appetizer

Brooklyn Cafe — Mon, 04 Oct 2010 19:47:57 +0000

We are excited to introduce a new appetizer to our menu – Grilled avocado topped with lump crab meat and served with a basil infused Extra Virgin Olive Oil and balsamic reduction! Come by this week to taste the newest addition to the Brooklyn Cafe menu. While you’re here you may want to try pairing our grilled avocado with Anne Amie Pinot Gris (Oregon). The crispness of the Pinot Gris is the perfect compliment to the richness of the avocado and crab!

Charity Tuesday

Brooklyn Cafe — Sat, 25 Sep 2010 18:00:39 +0000

Come join us this Tuesday for lunch and or dinner at Brooklyn Cafe. A portion of our proceeds with be donated to the Cumberland Academy of Georgia.A non-profit organization that assists children with various disabilities, including autism, asbergers, and ADHD. Enjoy a delicious meal and know you are helping a great cause.

When: Tuesday, September 28 · 11:30am – 10:00pm

Hans Rueffert Review

Brooklyn Cafe — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 20:20:07 +0000

You can judge a good deal about a restaurant before you even crack the menu. As we sat down to dine at the Brooklyn Café, we immediately noticed that the mood of the restaurant was vibrant and positive. The diners seemed to know each other and they knew the staff. Locals lined up for tables, casually chatting with friends while they waited. Even though it was our first time there, we felt immediately like a pair of regulars, the staff warm and inviting. The menu reads “contemporary neighborhood cuisine” and those three words echoed exactly the vibe we were getting. Even if the food were merely average, the comfort level of the place would be enough to attract a crowd. Lucky for the crowd, the Brooklyn Café’s food rivals its neighborhood appeal.

Our meal began with a huge grilled California artichoke, an item that seems virtually extinct o n many menus these days. The artichoke was blissfully tender with hints of smokiness from the grill, and served with a whole-grain-mustard dipping sauce. The lobster bisque arrived with twin sidecars of sherry and oyster crackers and topped with lump crab meat. The bisque was rich and velvety, reminiscent of a good she-crab soup. Other starters include hickory smoked salmon, shrimp and vegetable fresco, and Miguel’s bruschetta with basil and house-made mozzarella. If you’re a salad lover, try the fig and walnut salad tossed with a ratatouille vinaigrette and topped with Danish blue cheese.

There are many restaurants that claim to have amazing crab cakes, but the Brooklyn Café has every right to brag. Constructed from jumbo lump crab meat with no fillers and served with crisp green beans, the crab cakes will have you wishing you lived next door. Jack’s Creole Chicken, Sausage, and Rice was delivered by the young man for which the dish is named. Jack is owner Jeff Trump’s son who, along with his brother Sam, can be seen working beside their father, further contributing to the family atmosphere of the Café. Jack’s favorite dish is comfort food at its finest; pulled chicken, Italian sausage and Basmati rice in a glowingly warm Creole cream sauce. The Alaskan halibut was captivating, pan seared and tender, topped with a sweet mango relish and served with sweet summer corn and a fat slice of ripe tomato with blue cheese. Excellent. Other items include slow roasted short ribs, roasted pork tenderloin, shrimp tacos, and a Black Angus filet served with whipped potatoes. Chef Mike Horosh changes the menu regularly so the place stays as fresh as the seasons.

If you want to feel a part of the Sandy Springs neighborhood, you owe it to yourself to visit the Brooklyn Café. Make sure to introduce yourself to the regulars. Chances are, you’ll soon be one, too.

The Brooklyn Café is located at 220 Sandy Springs Circle, just across the street from Target. For more information, visit them o nline at http://www.brooklyncafe.com or call 404.843.8377.

Local Restaurateur Jeff Trump Profiled in Atlanta’s Finest Dining

Brooklyn Cafe — Thu, 05 Mar 2009 15:53:29 +0000

Atlanta’s Finest Dining
March 2009

“Working for a well known corporate operation does not mean that the dream of a locally-owned neighborhood establishment is beyond the realm of possibility. Brooklyn Cafe partners Jeff Trump and Mike “Shooter” Horosh have fulfilled their dream of thinking big and operating at a local level. Trump spent 16 years at Houston’s restaurant, and Horosh spent 15 years there. They brought the best of their experience at Houston’s – that of consistency, quality, and constant improvement – to fruition at their current venture, Brooklyn Cafe”

To read the entire article please click here